Newsletter: November 15, 2024

The Dublin Support Association has organized a canned food drive to benefit the Dublin Food Pantry. We’ll be collecting non-perishable items at Thomas next week (November 18 - 22).

Volunteer bus drivers will deliver the items to the Food Pantry before Thanksgiving to restock their shelves during this busy season. This flier outlines the greatest need for families.

As you're planning childcare and home schedules, take a look at these dates for upcoming breaks from school.

November 27, 28, 29: No School (Thanksgiving Break)

December 21 - January 6: No School (Winter Break)

January 7: School resumes

Our families do a wonderful job of notifying the school when students are absent- thank you! If your child will be absent (pre-planned or due to illness), please email the attendance line at gtes_attendance@dublinschools.net and consider adding your classroom teacher to the email too. Teachers do not “code” attendance each day, so it’s important that the attendance email address is included in the email.

Nov. 27, 28, 29: No School (Thanksgiving Break)

Dec. 20: Classroom Winter Parties

Dec. 23-Jan. 6: No School (Winter Break)

Jan. 7: School Resumes

Looking for a Parents' Night Out? Drop off your Thomas student for Thomas Movie Night on December 13th! Students can enjoy an evening with friends, watching The Wild Robot, a delightful adaptation of the beloved book by Peter Brown.

Details:

• Date: Friday, December 13th

• Time: Doors open at 5:45 pm; Movie starts at 6:15 PM

• Location: Thomas Elementary School Gym

• Admission: $20.00/student includes Free Popcorn, additional Thomas Students $5.00, optional Dinner Pack (Cheese Pizza Slice, Applesauce, Candy treat) available for an additional $5.00

This event is for Thomas students only! Students are welcome to bring blankets and pillows for extra comfort. We look forward to a fun-filled night for the kids!

Space is limited: Sign up today here!

We’re excited to announce that our Winter Classroom Parties will take place on Friday, December 20th! This is a wonderful time for students to celebrate together with some fun games, crafts, and treats.

How You Can Help:

Winter Party Box Assembly (Monday, Dec. 16th): Sign up here!

Winter Party Room Parent Volunteers (Friday, Dec. 20th): Sign up here!

Amazon Wishlist (Help purchase items for the parties): Shop here!

Let us do the shopping and donate via Venmo: @Thomas-PTO

We hope you will considering joining the PTO this school year! Join us if you are looking to be more involved in your child's education, have fun, meet friends, and make a positive impact on our school! Check out the PTO website today for more information and join our FB Group.

gtes_attendance@dublinschools.net

School meal costs can add up, but completing the Free and Reduced Meals application could save your family hundreds of dollars a year. The application is free, quick, and easy to submit, and must be completed every school year—even if your family qualified in the past, you must reapply. Approved applications also help Dublin City Schools qualify for additional grants and funding, bringing more resources to support all students. It’s a win-win for families and schools!

Take a few minutes to apply today and start making a difference. Visit https://tinyurl.com/saveonmeals to learn more and submit your application.

Dancers, carolers and Santa Claus himself kick off the holiday season 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5, in Coffman Park. Santa and Mrs. Claus will make their arrival at 6:15 p.m. to light the holiday tree. Mark your calendars and plan your visit.